Firefighters race to Pleasant Street as a toxic chemical cloud escapes a rail tanker, igniting fears of a major regional disaster.
Norwood Politics, School Battles & Election Recounts-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1978
A 1978 political firestorm hits Norwood as a tight selectman recount unseals ballots, school budgets trigger a massive lawsuit, and an assessor candidate alleges age bias.
In Memoriam – Walter Blasenak
Former Norwood Town Manager, Dead At 71 Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the United Church of Norwood for Walter A. Blasenak, who was Norwood town … Continue reading In Memoriam – Walter Blasenak
Gridlock Over $6-Million Junior High Rebuilding Plan and Norwood Arena Noise-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1971
A dual crisis hits Norwood in 1971 as a $6-million junior high deficit triggers political warfare and state experts condemn racetrack noise.
Norwood Voters To Consider Lighting Funds-June 26, 1968
The Finance Commission backs the utility expansion alongside a $163,000 sewer construction article, while the town master plan is deferred.
High-Stakes County Seat Advancement-June 27, 1967
A historic appointment in Dedham shatters local political ceilings, placing a prominent Norwood veteran into county executive power.
Expansion Proposals Compared By Morrill Memorial Library Trustees-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1963
This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1963-Expansion Proposals Compared By Morrill Memorial Library Trustees
Newborn Babies Co-Star In Norwood Hospital TV Show-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1963
This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1963-Newborn Babies Co-Star In Norwood Hospital TV Show
Overcrowding at Norwood Hospital Studied-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1957
This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1957-Overcrowding at Norwood Hospital Studied
New Novice Class Races At The Arena-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1957
This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1957-New Novice Class Races At The Arena